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Old 01-06-2014, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by pennyhart10 View Post

The Neuro psych described me as high functioning, but I am wondering to myself, "high functioning for a 6 year old?!?" (Surely not even semi "normal") One one hand, I think if I am so "high functioning" then I shouldn't have a problem returning to work, right?
Penny, did you have a full neuropsychological assessment (usually a half day session with the neuropsychologist)? When they say "high functioning" this should be based on a percentile score compared with others in your age group, gender, educational and occupational background, etc. Even when we have regained cognitive function, changes in emotional function can still cause challenges in the work place.

If you have the option to do so, consider returning to work part time. I started back part time telecommuting and this was helpful in easing back into the work place.
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition.

Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life.
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